Photoshop is a versatile graphic editor that allows you not only to make changes to an image, but also to create drawings. Due to its functionality and accessibility, Photoshop has become very popular with users around the world.
There are four main uses for this software: drawing, editing, animation, and 3D graphics. Depending on your goals, you may need a different training program.
Therefore, immediately decide what you need this application for. Maybe you only need it for drawing, then the process of mastering many filters can be postponed until later.
It is worth noting that there is basic knowledge that will be useful to you in any case. For example, hotkeys, which can significantly simplify the procedure for controlling the program.
The basic tools also need to be learned in advance. Therefore, first download the quick guide to the program. If you are too lazy to read, you can watch the video on the Internet.
You can also attend paid courses that will help you quickly master the program. However, their help can be resorted to only at first. Then you will have to develop on your own.
Lessons
An important part of mastering any graphics program is the lessons. They usually have the following structure:
- the final result;
- a description of the time costs and tools that will be used;
- step-by-step instruction;
- comparison of the original and the obtained result.
You choose the lesson you want to study. For example, you are mastering text design and have seen a tutorial on how to create fire letters. Just repeat all the steps for the author and get the finished result.
If you have already gained experience, you can use its slightly modified version instead of the algorithm proposed by the author. In general, try to experiment - this is the key to quickly and reliably mastering the program.
You can also delight your friends and acquaintances with works dedicated to them. For example, after seeing an example of editing a photo, repeat it using a friend's photo. Then show him the result and ask him to rate.
In addition, some resources have a user rating. In particular, this applies to forums. By uploading your work there, you'll get tips and tricks from experienced Photoshop users.
Your work
Once you start to feel confident in using the program, you can start creating your own works. Try not to repeat someone else's style, but come up with your own. Don't forget to constantly upload your work for criticism - this is the most important step that will allow you to develop.
Then you can start creating your own lessons. It has long been known that teaching others allows you to get to know the essence even better yourself. Thus, you can become a true graphic art professional.
